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DOH Confirms Source of Hep A Outbreak
Lab tests have confirmed the presence of hepatitis A in Sea Port Bay Scallops, previously identified as the likely source of the ongoing Hawai‘i outbreak.
HPD WANTED: Updated Warrant List Released
Anyone who knows the whereabouts of a person or persons on this list should call the Hawai‘i County Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.
New Vog Information Available Online
New informational products about the health hazards of volcanic air pollution—vog—are available through a new interagency partnership.
Kona Village Resort to Reopen
Kamehameha Schools and Kennedy Wilson have reached a final agreement on a ground lease of the Kona Village Resort property on Hawai‘i island.
Increase in Showers & Cloud Cover Expected
Breezy trade winds are forecast to strengthen slightly Thursday through Friday, then slowly weaken again over the weekend. An area of enhanced moisture will cause showers to increase over windward areas…
SSW Swell Holds Today, Trade Swell Continues
Our current south-southwest swell is holding Thursday before slowly fading through…
It’s All About Hawai‘i: New Data Book Available Online
With more than 800 data tables, it covers a broad range of statistical information in areas such as population, education, labor, business, government…
County to Hold Public Meeting on Island’s Growth
The Hawai‘i County Planning Department will hold Public Input Forums in relation to the comprehensive review of the County General Plan.
Hapuna Prince to Host Dare to Pair, Spirited Dinner
The Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel will present a food and cocktail pairing event—Dare to Pair, Spirited Dinner—on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2016, beginning at 6 p.m.
Relatively Dry Trade Wind Weather for Today
Breezy trade wind weather will continue. Dry trade wind weather is forecast through Wednesday with an increase in showers expected over…
SSW Swell Peaks Today, Then Holds
A new south-southwest swell is peaking Wednesday and holding through…
Kona Dance and Performing Arts Studio Opens
Kona Dance and Performing Arts, a new nonprofit arts organization in Kealakekua, held its grand opening on Aug. 13, hosting over 250 keiki and adults.
Paradise Helicopters Enrolls in New Service Plan
Paradise Helicopter is the first helicopter tour company to enroll its fleet of Bell 407s in Bell Helicopter’s Customer Advantage Plans, a new service solution.
Hawaiʻi CC Welcomes New Chancellor
A kīpaepae welina (welcoming ceremony) was held for new Hawaiʻi Community Colleges Chancellor Rachel Solemsaas on Monday, Aug. 15, 2016, at HCC Hilo.
Frozen Scallops Linked to Hawai‘i’s Hep A Outbreak
Investigation findings implicate frozen imported scallops served raw at Genki Sushi Restaurants as the likely source of hepatitis A infection in Hawai‘i.
Hawai‘i Island Women’s Leadership Summit
Register online for the second annual Hawai‘i Island Women’s Leadership Summit, scheduled for Friday, Aug. 26, 2016, at the Hilton Waikoloa Village.
Sen. Schatz, Officials Visit B&GC Hilo
Boys & Girls Club Big Island, Hilo, hosted a meeting with Sen. Brian Schatz, Sen. Kaiali‘i Kahele, Rep. Clift Tsuji and Councilmember Valerie Poindexter.
Phishing Scheme Targets Tax Professionals
The email scheme is the latest in a series of attempts by fraudsters to use the IRS or other tax issues as a cover to trick people into sharing information.
Highs Nearing 90 Again Today
Breezy trade winds will continue with showers favoring our usual the windward spots. Drier than usual conditions expected through Wednesday…
New SSW Builds for Kona Late in the Day
A new south-southwest swell will line up starting Tuesday, peaking Wednesday and Thursday. The swell will slowly build today….
